Makoto Issues 61-66 Value Bundle [DIGITAL DOWNLOAD]
$ 15.00
$ 24.00
Makoto E-Zine Bundle #61 - #66
This bundle set includes Makoto e-zine issues #61 through #66 for six complete issues. Download instantly and begin improving your Japanese reading skills (PDFs and ePub), listening abilities (MP3s), and vocabulary. Anki decks are included for the intermediate story too! An amazing value!
❝ Makoto has enabled me to better understand the Japanese culture and language. The etymology of both words and phrases is a great help. Makoto incorporates modern and historical examples of Japanese grammar, vocabulary, geographical information, and historical anecdotes. I especially love the colloquial language lessons and the use of anime and Japanese video spots to enhance their lessons...❞
AND NOW GET IT ALL for $15.00
Bulk Discount - Remember, buy more to save more. Add two bundles to your cart and get an automatic 5% off your entire digital order; Buy three, get 10% off; Buy five or more and get a whopping 20% off your entire digital order! No coupon is needed!
➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide
P.S. All our bundles have:
✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus many have Anki flashcard decks)✅ One-time payment✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle✅ Instant download gratification✅ [Satisfaction Guaranteed] - Seriously, if you aren't happy with it because it's too easy or difficult, just let us know and we'll swap it with a bundle better suited for you or we'll refund your money.
If all the issues were bought separately, the cost would be $24, but get it today at nearly half price!
Purchase now and instantly get the digital download link—INSTANT GRATIFICATION and NO Shipping Charges Worldwide!
Each issue includes jokes (in Japanese), fun etymologies, grammar lessons, kanji practice, fun phrases, and, of course, a Japanese reader.
Makoto #61: Japanese Readers: Hinamatsuri (beginner) + Kicchomu and Shiitake (Intermediate) [51 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 20 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #62: Japanese Readers: Schools in Japan (beginner) + Black Camellia Flower (Intermediate) [56 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 19 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #63: Japanese Readers: Children's Day (beginner) + Buying Mittens Part 1 (Intermediate) [51 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 19 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #64: Japanese Readers: Shikke (beginner) + Buying Mittens Part 2 (Intermediate) [52 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 21 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #65: Japanese Readers: Opening of the Beachgoing Season (beginner) + Buying Mittens Part 3 (Intermediate) [52 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 25 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #66: Japanese Readers: Signage (beginner) + John Manjirou (Intermediate) [54 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Impress your Japanese friends with knowledge of Japanese history while polishing your grammar and learning new vocabulary words. 日本語を磨こう! Let’s polish our Japanese!
Here’s what you get in every issue:
Jokes, fun phrases, and useful kanji
Prefecture Spotlight: each issue introduces a different Japanese prefecture
Read about Japanese culture in real Japanese! Yes, as long as you have learned hiragana, you can read real Japanese today with these fully annotated stories.
Two stories: one for beginners and one for intermediates; every single line and every word are explained and defined.
Designed specifically for beginners to intermediates.
Build your Japanese vocabulary, understand new grammatical patterns, improve your reading skills, and improve your listening abilities
Each story or essay includes TWO sound files recorded by a native Japanese voice actress of each story. One read slowly and one read at normal speed.
Print out the PDFs and drop the MP3s on your phone for on the go studying.
Normally each of the Makoto issues sell for $4 each. Now, for the first time, you can get them all together for a single low price of $24! Er... Nope! It's $15.00.
Perfect for the beginner to intermediate student of Japanese.
Reminder: This is the digital versions of the books. There will be NO shipping charges since nothing will be shipped :)
Please note: Immediately after ordering, you will receive a link to a Dropbox folder. You will be able to access all the files from any device. If you do not immediately see the email, please check your spam folder.
NOTE:
Print Versions are Available! (Not included in this digital-only bundle)
Click here for the print versions - Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks
If you choose a digital version, you'll instantly get the download links in a minute after purchasing. The print versions also come with the digital files.
You do not need to have a Dropbox account or pay anything further to access or download the files. You will be able to instantly download all files on a PC or Mac (computer or laptop) and/or access any individual file on any of your mobile devices. Learn more here.
If you don't see the email after the order, please check your spam folder or email us for support.
These books are available on Amazon.
Learn Japanese through Haiku: Matsuo Bashō 松尾芭蕉 [Paperback]
$ 14.99
Note: This is the physical paperback version which will be shipped to your location. If you are looking for the digital only version, please click here for the bundle with this book in it. Digital products have no shipping charges!
138 pages | Paperback | Includes FREE MP3s and eBook formats
Learn Japanese through Haiku: Matsuo Bashō
Read real Japanese today with 25 timeless haiku by 松尾芭蕉 (Matsuo Bashō, 1644–1694)—the most celebrated poet of the classical tradition. This edition pairs clear bilingual commentary, carefully curated vocabulary, and high-quality audio so you can read, listen, and truly understand.
25 Bashō haiku MP3 audio included PDF + ePub + Anki Bilingual commentary Beginner to intermediate Makoto+ Explorer coming soon
What you will get
A complete read + listen learning kit
25 classic haiku presented in Japanese with natural English renderings.
Short, insightful commentary that explains grammar, word choice, kireji, and seasonal cues.
Curated vocabulary lists with context so the words stick.
Professional audio: a clear poem reading plus guided commentary for each selection.
Digital bundle: printable PDF, ePub for e-readers, and an Anki deck for spaced review.
QR codes inside for instant audio access; downloadable files included with your purchase.
Coming soon: Makoto+ Japanese Explorer integration for inline furigana, audio, and fast lookups.
Listen
Sample audio from the book
Below: the poem reading and a short commentary.
Haiku reading:
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Commentary audio:
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Recorded in clear, standard Japanese—great for shadowing, rhythm, and pitch practice.
Preview
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How to use it
Read. Listen. Absorb. Review.
Listen once without reading to catch flow and pitch.
Read the Japanese with notes, then replay and shadow the lines.
Reinforce with the Anki deck and revisit a few poems during the week.
Who it is for
Haiku lovers and Japanese learners
If you love Japanese culture and want steady gains in reading, vocabulary, and listening, this book is for you. Perfect for self-learners, classrooms, and anyone who prefers meaningful, bite-size practice that fits into a busy day.
About Bashō
The master of the road
Matsuo Bashō, famed for his travels and crystalline style, is commemorated across Japan with monuments to his verses. His poems distill quiet moments of nature into unforgettable images— ideal for learners seeking authentic, elegant Japanese.
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Makoto Issues 73-78 Value Bundle [DIGITAL DOWNLOAD]
$ 15.00
$ 24.00
Makoto E-Zine Bundle #73 - #78
This bundle set includes Makoto e-zine issues #73 through #78 for six complete issues. Download instantly and begin improving your Japanese reading skills (PDFs and ePub), listening abilities (MP3s), and vocabulary. Anki decks are included for the intermediate story too! An amazing value!
❝Makoto is a great magazine for not only learning the Japanese language, but it also features articles about Japanese culture and food as well. Furthermore, it holds lots of info about places of interest that one should visit when traveling in Japan.❞
AND NOW GET IT ALL for $15.00
Bulk Discount - Remember, buy more to save more. Add two bundles to your cart and get an automatic 5% off your entire digital order; Buy three, get 10% off; Buy five or more and get a whopping 20% off your entire digital order! No coupon is needed!
➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide
P.S. All our bundles have:
✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus many have Anki flashcard decks)✅ One-time payment✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle✅ Instant download gratification✅ [Satisfaction Guaranteed] - Seriously, if you aren't happy with it because it's too easy or difficult, just let us know and we'll swap it with a bundle better suited for you or we'll refund your money.
If all the issues were bought separately, the cost would be $24, but get it today at nearly half price!
Purchase now and instantly get the digital download link—INSTANT GRATIFICATION and NO Shipping Charges Worldwide!
Each issue includes jokes (in Japanese), fun etymologies, grammar lessons, kanji practice, fun phrases, and, of course, a Japanese reader.
Makoto #73: Japanese Readers: Spring Equinox Day (beginner) + Nitobe Inazou (Intermediate) [57 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 16 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #74: Japanese Readers: Toriaezu Beer (beginner) + Murasaki Shikibu (Intermediate) [59 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 20 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #75: Japanese Readers: Elevator (beginner) + Joumon Period (Intermediate) [61 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 31 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #76: Japanese Readers: On the Train (beginner) + Yayoi Period (Intermediate)) [62 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #77: Japanese Readers: Mandarin Orange (beginner) + Kofun Period (Intermediate) [56 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #78: Japanese Readers: Is there a car coming? (beginner) + Asuka Period (Intermediate) [58 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 18 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Impress your Japanese friends with knowledge of Japanese history while polishing your grammar and learning new vocabulary words. 日本語を磨こう! Let’s polish our Japanese!
Here’s what you get in every issue:
Jokes, fun phrases, and useful kanji
Prefecture Spotlight: each issue introduces a different Japanese prefecture
Read about Japanese culture in real Japanese! Yes, as long as you have learned hiragana, you can read real Japanese today with these fully annotated stories.
Two stories: one for beginners and one for intermediates; every single line and every word are explained and defined.
Designed specifically for beginners to intermediates.
Build your Japanese vocabulary, understand new grammatical patterns, improve your reading skills, and improve your listening abilities
Each story or essay includes TWO sound files recorded by a native Japanese voice actress of each story. One read slowly and one read at normal speed.
Print out the PDFs and drop the MP3s on your phone for on the go studying.
Normally each of the Makoto issues sell for $4 each. Now, for the first time, you can get them all together for a single low price of $24! Er... Nope! It's $15.00.
Perfect for the beginner to intermediate student of Japanese.
Reminder: This is the digital versions of the books. There will be NO shipping charges since nothing will be shipped :)
Please note: Immediately after ordering, you will receive a link to a Dropbox folder. You will be able to access all the files from any device. If you do not immediately see the email, please check your spam folder.
NOTE:
Print Versions are Available! (Not included in this digital-only bundle)
Click here for the print versions - Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks
If you choose a digital version, you'll instantly get the download links in a minute after purchasing. The print versions also come with the digital files.
You do not need to have a Dropbox account or pay anything further to access or download the files. You will be able to instantly download all files on a PC or Mac (computer or laptop) and/or access any individual file on any of your mobile devices. Learn more here.
If you don't see the email after the order, please check your spam folder or email us for support.
These books are available on Amazon.
Collezione di Letture in Giapponese Volume 1-5 [ITALIAN EDITION | DIGITAL DOWNLOAD]
$ 12.00
$ 22.45
➡️ NOTA: Il pacchetto include tutte le versioni in italiano dei volumi della Japanese Reader Collection. Molte altre verranno aggiunte non appena tradotte a nessun costo aggiuntivo
Traduzione dall’Inglese di Andrea Calò
Hai imparato l'hiragana, la struttura delle frasi e la grammatica giapponese di base? Perfetto! Allora questa raccolta di brevi storie giapponesi è per te! Divertiti a conoscere i racconti popolari e la cultura giapponese mentre migliori il tuo vocabolario, i kanji, la grammatica e le tue capacità di ascolto.
E’ ormai provato che il modo più immediato ed efficace per imparare il vocabolario è, molto semplicemente, la lettura! Leggere, leggere, leggere… per imparare! Leggendo, non solo si è più propensi a cogliere le parole che ci interessano, ma le si impara anche nel contesto nel quale esse si trovano: questi libri ti saranno d’aiuto per il raggiungimento di questo fondamentale obiettivo!
Questi pacchetti di libri sono stati pensati per i principianti di livello “base” e “base avanzato” del giapponese, ma anche gli utenti intermedi potrebbero trovarli comunque molto utili. Ti consigliamo di imparare l'hiragana prima di avvicinarti a questi libri, ma abbiamo comunque incluso furigana (i piccoli kana posti sopra i kanji) in modo da essere sicuri di leggere con la pronuncia corretta. Se sei veramente agli inizi e ti avvicini ai sillabari giapponesi per la primissima volta, dai uno sguardo alla nostra raccolta di libri per principianti assoluti all’indirizzo: https://www.thejapanshop.com/products/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download
In questi libri troverai diverse versioni per ogni storia:
la storia con ogni parola del vocabolario ben definita e spiegata;
la sezione contenente i principali schemi grammaticali incontrati nella storia;
la storia unicamente in giapponese naturale (kanji con furigana inclusi);
una semplice traduzione in italiano della storia presentata;
Puoi provare a leggere prima la storia in giapponese naturale. Oppure, se sei un principiante assoluto, potrebbe esserti maggiormente d’aiuto esaminare prima il vocabolario: in qualunque modo tu lo faccia, questi libri offrono diversi modi per leggere, ascoltare e imparare.
Sono inclusi, senza alcun costo aggiuntivo, i file MP3 di ogni storia: uno con lettura lenta e semplice da seguire e un secondo con lettura a velocità normale. Troverete i link per il download dei file nelle ultime pagine di ogni libro, qualora non li aveste trovati al momento dell’acquisto.
Makoto Japanese e-Zine #2
$ 6.99
➡️ WAIT! Want to save a dollar and get the latest issue each month? Become a member of our Makoto+ club and not only save and download new Makoto issues, but also access web-versions of the past three Makoto issues. Want more? Well, Makoto+ members also get a 10% reusable coupon good for anything at theJapanShop.com and each month, we will post a new eBook for you to download free of charge. Subscribe today for only $3 a month or $36 a year. Cancel at any time! Click here to learn more.
IN THIS ISSUE:
Ocha: All about Japanese Green Tea NEW READER: Sakamoto Ryoma
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns: おやじギャグ* Prefecture Spotlight: ISHIKAWA* Etymology: 狸寝入り* Phrase of the Day: Famous novel opening lines* Ukiyo-e: Utamaro* Kanji Spotlight: 悪* Grammar Time! ~ましょう
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Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy - Instant Digital Download
$ 4.49
NOTE: This is also available in the Complete Japanese Reader Collection Bundle.
NOTE: You will receive a spreadsheet with the download links. You should be able to open it as is, but if you have trouble, please use this free online tool to view the file - click here
Momotaro, the Peach boy is by far Japan’s most famous fairy tale. Now, you can read this famous mukashi banashi in real Japanese. Momotaro is a boy born of a peach who grows up to be a brave and mighty man. Oni is invading the village. The villagers beg Momotaro to get rid of the menace. Together with three strange allies, Momotaro heads off to Onigashima to defeat the Oni boss. Beginners can get a lot out of this product, but hiragana and very basic Japanese is required.
BONUS Story: The Tortoise and the Hare
An 83 Page PDF (for printing or viewing)
A slow MP3 recording of the stories
A normal speed MP3 recording
Kindle and Nook ebook formats included
Works with PCs or Macs
Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy
Read Real Japanese with Free MP3s
** Recommended for Beginners of Japanese **
Read the most famous Japanese fairy tale in real Japanese!
Every line and every word are explained and defined.
BONUS! We are also including the entire Usagi to Kame story (The Tortoise and the Hare) also with every word explained and defined.
MP3s Included at no extra charge are two MP3s of both stories. One is read at the normal speed and the other at a slow, easy to follow speed. You will find the link to download the MP3s on the last page.
Please note: you will receive a zip file which must be opened with a PC or Mac. Later, you can send the files to your phone or tablet.
Hiragana & Katakana Shitajiki Pencil Board
$ 7.99
A shitajiki is a portable hard surface to write on that Japanese students often used to keep their work neat. This shitajiki has all hiragana and katakana on a convenient pencil board.
Makoto Issues 43-48 Value Bundle [DIGITAL DOWNLOAD]
$ 15.00
$ 24.00
Makoto E-Zine Bundle #43 - #48
This bundle set includes Makoto e-zine issues #43 through #48 for six complete issues. Download instantly and begin improving your Japanese reading skills (PDFs and ePub), listening abilities (MP3s), and vocabulary. Anki decks are included for the intermediate story too! An amazing value!
❝Makoto is a great magazine for not only learning the Japanese language, but it also features articles about Japanese culture and food as well. Furthermore, it holds lots of info about places of interest that one should visit when traveling in Japan.❞
AND NOW GET IT ALL for $15.00
Bulk Discount - Remember, buy more to save more. Add two bundles to your cart and get an automatic 5% off your entire digital order; Buy three, get 10% off; Buy five or more and get a whopping 20% off your entire digital order! No coupon is needed!
➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide
P.S. All our bundles have:
✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus many have Anki flashcard decks)✅ One-time payment✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle✅ Instant download gratification✅ [Satisfaction Guaranteed] - Seriously, if you aren't happy with it because it's too easy or difficult, just let us know and we'll swap it with a bundle better suited for you or we'll refund your money.
If all the issues were bought separately, the cost would be $24, but get it today at nearly half price!
Purchase now and instantly get the digital download link—INSTANT GRATIFICATION and NO Shipping Charges Worldwide!
Each issue includes jokes (in Japanese), fun etymologies, grammar lessons, kanji practice, fun phrases, and, of course, a Japanese reader.
Makoto #43: Japanese Readers: Sitting Cross-legged (beginner) + The Bowl Wearing Princess (Intermediate) [51 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 19 Sounds Files]
Makoto #44: Japanese Readers: Day Off (beginner) + The Wisdom of Oooka Echizen (Intermediate) [37 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 16 Sounds Files]
Makoto #45: Japanese Readers: On Bowing (beginner) + Hikoichi's Kappa Fishing (Intermediate) [43 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 16 Sounds Files]
Makoto #46: Japanese Readers: Japanese Trains (beginner) + Kicchomu (Intermediate) [45 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 15 Sound Files]
Makoto #47: Japanese Readers: Countryside in Japan (beginner) + Kicchomu's Mouse Carving (Intermediate) [44 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files]
Makoto #48: Japanese Readers: Japanese Toilets (beginner) + Kicchomu's Big Rock (Intermediate) [46 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 18 Sound iles]
Impress your Japanese friends with knowledge of Japanese history while polishing your grammar and learning new vocabulary words. 日本語を磨こう! Let’s polish our Japanese!
Here’s what you get in every issue:
Jokes, fun phrases, and useful kanji
Prefecture Spotlight: each issue introduces a different Japanese prefecture
Read about Japanese culture in real Japanese! Yes, as long as you have learned hiragana, you can read real Japanese today with these fully annotated stories.
Two stories: one for beginners and one for intermediates; every single line and every word are explained and defined.
Designed specifically for beginners to intermediates.
Build your Japanese vocabulary, understand new grammatical patterns, improve your reading skills, and hone in your listening abilities
Each reader includes TWO MP3s recorded by a native Japanese voice actress of each story. One read slowly and one read at normal speed.
Print out the PDFs and drop the MP3s on your phone for on the go studying.
Normally each of the Makoto issues sell for $4 each. Now, for the first time, you can get them all together for a single low price of $24! Er... Nope! It's $15.00.
Perfect for the beginner to intermediate student of Japanese.
Reminder: This is the digital versions of the books. There will be NO shipping charges since nothing will be shipped :)
Please note: Immediately after ordering, you will receive a link to a Dropbox folder. You will be able to access all the files from any device. If you do not immediately see the email, please check your spam folder.
NOTE:
Print Versions are Available! (Not included in this digital-only bundle)
Click here for the print versions - Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks
If you choose a digital version, you'll instantly get the download links in a minute after purchasing. The print versions also come with the digital files.
You do not need to have a Dropbox account or pay anything further to access or download the files. You will be able to instantly download all files on a PC or Mac (computer or laptop) and/or access any individual file on any of your mobile devices. Learn more here.
If you don't see the email after the order, please check your spam folder or email us for support.
These books are available on Amazon.
Genki Answer Key (3rd Edition)
$ 12.50
VIEW ALL Genki Textbook BOOKS HERE
The Genki series is a very popular Japanese textbook used by students and teachers around the world. It works well in the classroom as well as for individual study. If you are self-studying, we highly recommend getting this Answer Key so you can check your answers.
For the self-study student, we recommend getting the workbook only if you have someone who can check your work and penmanship. Otherwise, you might want to just start with the textbook and answer key.
Genki gives students a solid grounding in all four language skills: listening; speaking; reading; and writing
81 pages
3rd Edition
Covers all the answers from the Genki I & II textbook AND workbooks
ISBN 978-4-7890-1736-7
Yonde Miyo~! Volume 1 - Short and Fun Japanese Stories in Hiragana and Basic Kanji [Paperback]
$ 14.99
NOTE: The digital version is found in the Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha bundle.
Have you only recently learned hiragana but need practice? Or perhaps, your hiragana is no problem, but you want to build your hiragana and kanji reading comprehension?
This new collection of stories is here to the rescue!
Read real Japanese—beginner level but not boring Japanese! You won't find the Japanese version of Dick and Jane, but you will find stories written for adults. Enjoy reading flash fiction, super short essays, and funny stories of common mistakes made by learners of Japanese.Best of all, the only requirement is that you can read hiragana and have a very basic understanding of Japanese. Vocabulary and grammar will be defined and explained.
The format is a little different from our other more advanced readers. The idea is for the reader to read the entire story three times. Each page will have a sentence or two in hiragana (with spaces between words for you to see “words” instead of syllables) at the top and that same content in full Japanese (with furigana—small hiragana over kanji) at the bottom. The middle will have the glossary and grammatical explanations. Lastly, the story is presented in Japanese without furigana. See if you can read it after going through the previous two versions and explanations.
If you have just learned hiragana, you may want to listen to the sound file while reading the hiragana section to practice correct pronunciation. If you have studied Japanese a bit longer, you may want to start with the bottom version and take note of the glossary for understanding.The glossary will have the word as it appears in the story, but it will also give the “dictionary” form so you can look the word up further.
Having fun while learning a language is a great way to increase motivation. With increased motivation, you are less likely to skip a day's study. A skipped day can quickly become a lost week and then a lost… forever.
And so, we hope you will have as much fun reading these stories as we had writing them.
This is a physical paperback which will be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files for no extra charge immediately after ordering.
Makoto Japanese e-Zine #13 March 2019 | Digital Download + MP3s
$ 6.99
➡️ WAIT! Want to save a dollar and get the latest issue each month? Become a member of our Makoto+ club and not only save and download new Makoto issues, but also access web-versions of the past three Makoto issues. Want more? Well, Makoto+ members also get a 10% reusable coupon good for anything at theJapanShop.com and each month, we will post a new eBook for you to download free of charge. Subscribe today for only $3 a month or $36 a year. Cancel at any time! Click here to learn more.
IN THIS ISSUE: March 2019
NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan & Kurosawa Reader* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Vocabulary: Angry words* Prefecture Spotlight: Ehime* Etymology: Unexpected Katakana* Phrase of the Day* Haiku: Takahama Kyoshi* Kanji Spotlight: Counting Days* Grammar Time! が* Japanese Readers: Frank & the Obaasan Episode 9 Kurosawa Reader
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I'm Studying Japanese Please Speak to Me Nihongo Shirt Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
$ 25.00
Show your language studies and meet new friends and fellow learners with this Japan themed conversation starter. Love Japanese culture and art? Dream of being a Samurai? This beautiful Japanese art style makes a great gift for those interested Japan.
日本語を勉強しています。話しかけて下さい。nihongo o benkyou shite imasu. hanashi kakete kudasai.Japanese language - (direct object marker) - studying. address me - pleaseI am studying Japanese. Please speak to me.話しかける means to address someone, start a conversation, start speaking to someone.
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather colors contain polyester) • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2) • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Side-seamed The Male model is wearing a size M. He's 6.2 feet (190 cm) tall, chest circumference 37.7" (96 cm), waist circumference 33.4" (85 cm). The female model is wearing a size M. She's 5.8 feet (178 cm) tall, chest circumference 34.6" (88 cm), waist circumference 27.16" (69 cm), hip circumference 37.7" (96cm).
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #19 September 2019 | Digital Download + MP3s
$ 6.99
➡️ WAIT! Want to save a dollar and get the latest issue each month? Become a member of our Makoto+ club and not only save and download new Makoto issues, but also access web-versions of the past three Makoto issues. Want more? Well, Makoto+ members also get a 10% reusable coupon good for anything at theJapanShop.com and each month, we will post a new eBook for you to download free of charge. Subscribe today for only $3 a month or $36 a year. Cancel at any time! Click here to learn more.
Makoto E-Zine series #19Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese.FREE MP3s of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading.The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the new e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: September 2019NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan #15 (LAST EPISODE!) & Ukiyoe, Part One* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Vocabulary* Prefecture Spotlight* Etymology* Phrase of the Day* Haiku: Basho* Kanji Spotlight* Grammar Time!* Japanese Readers: Frank & the Obaasan Episode 15 and Ukiyoe, Part One
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New Shadowing Let's Speak Japanese -- Beginner to Intermediate [New 2022 Edition]
$ 29.00
Includes Audio Files
Do you often find yourself understanding what is being said but having a hard time expressing your own thoughts? Shadowing will help to familiarize you with common Japanese speech patterns.
Whether you are new to Japanese or consider yourself an upper beginner, this book will help you improve.
Download the audio, follow along in the book, and get to shadowing! Shadowing works by having you repeat what you just heard. With this method, you listen and speak almost simultaneously. If you practice Shadowing for even a short period of time every day, you'll be able to process spoken Japanese at a higher pace.
Use your normal textbook to master vocabulary and grammar; use Shadowing to master fluency and improve your pronunciation.
English, Chinese, and Korean explanations included
Includes Downloadable Sound Files
978-4-87424-850-8
163 pages
I'm Studying Japanese; Please Speak to me Nihongo Short-Sleeve Unisex T-Shirt
$ 25.00
PLEASE NOTE: This shirt is produced after an order and may take up to a week before shipping. If you choose expedited shipping, it will only speed up delivery post-production.
日本語を勉強しています。話しかけて下さい。nihongo o benkyou shite imasu. hanashi kakete kudasai.Japanese language - (direct object marker) - studying. address me - pleaseI am studying Japanese. Please speak to me.話しかける means to address someone, start a conversation, start speaking to someone.
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather colors contain polyester) • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2) • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Side-seamed
Japanese History Reader Volume 1: Samurai & Daimyou [Paperback]
$ 14.99
This is for the physical book which will be mailed to you. If you are looking for the digital version (with no shipping charges), this book is in the Japanese History Digital Bundle.
Recommended for upper beginner students of Japanese.
This affordable Japanese history reader contains three essays on Japanese Samurai and Daimyou.
The Three Warlords who Unified Japan
Sakamoto Ryoma, the Reformer
Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's Greatest Swordsman
Get FREE Sound Files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker. The download link will be emailed to you instantly upon ordering (we will also ship the physical book). Listen while reading. Each story has two MP3 versions: Read Slowly & Normal Speed
Quick! What's the first thing you think of when you hear the word Japan? Maybe it is anime, Hello Kitty, geisha, or sumo, but I bet high on that list is the samurai warrior class. This book contains three essays on samurai history.Read--in Japanese--about the greatest swordsman in history, Miyamoto Musashi, one of the most important reformers of the bakumatsu period, Sakamoto Ryōma, and the three great warrior leaders who consolidated Japan. Yes, you can read real Japanese--even if you are fairly new to Japanese.
FEATURES:
157 pages
All Japanese have furigana those starting out with kanji.
Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.
The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.
Kanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay
Finally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! Work through the Japanese first!).
Includes FREE Sound files to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings. You will be emailed a download link instantly after ordering (the actual physical book will also be mailed to you).
While beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.
Finally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!
Genki II Workbook (3rd Edition)
$ 25.00
The Genki series is a very popular Japanese textbook used by students and teachers around the world. It works well in the classroom as well as for individual study (although, the individual student will want the sold-separately Genki Answer Key also)
For the self-study student, we recommend getting the workbook if you have someone who can check your work and penmanship. Otherwise, you might want to just start with the textbook and answer key.
Genki gives students a solid grounding in all four language skills: listening; speaking; reading; and writing
132 pages
978-4-7890-1733-6
Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy [Paperback]
$ 14.99
NOTE: This is also available in the Complete Japanese Reader Collection Bundle.
81 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback
This is for the Paperback (you'll also get the digital files too!)
Momotaro, the Peach boy is by far Japan’s most famous fairy tale. Now, you can read this famous mukashi banashi (folktale) in real Japanese. Momotaro is a boy born of a peach who grows up to be a brave and mighty man. Oni is invading the village. The villagers beg Momotaro to get rid of the menace. Together with three strange allies, Momotaro heads off to Onigashima to defeat the Oni boss. Beginners can get a lot out of this product, but hiragana and very basic Japanese is required.
BONUS Story: The Tortoise and the Hare
83 Pages
A slow MP3 recording of the stories
A normal speed MP3 recording
Paperback + Digital download
Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy
Read Real Japanese with Free MP3s
** Recommended for Beginners of Japanese **
Read the most famous Japanese fairy tale in real Japanese!
Every line and every word are explained and defined.
BONUS! We are also including the entire Usagi to Kame story (The Tortoise and the Hare) also with every word explained and defined.
MP3s Included at no extra charge are two MP3s of both stories. One is read at the normal speed and the other at a slow, easy to follow speed. You will find the link to download the MP3s on the last page.
Please note: This is a physical paperback which will be shipped to you. You'll also receive a download link for the digital files immediately after ordering.
Makoto Issues 67-72 Value Bundle [DIGITAL DOWNLOAD]
$ 15.00
$ 24.00
Makoto E-Zine Bundle #67 - #72
This bundle set includes Makoto e-zine issues #67 through #72 for six complete issues. Download instantly and begin improving your Japanese reading skills (PDFs and ePub), listening abilities (MP3s), and vocabulary. Anki decks are included for the intermediate story too! An amazing value!
❝Makoto is a great magazine for not only learning the Japanese language, but it also features articles about Japanese culture and food as well. Furthermore, it holds lots of info about places of interest that one should visit when traveling in Japan.❞
AND NOW GET IT ALL for $15.00
Bulk Discount - Remember, buy more to save more. Add two bundles to your cart and get an automatic 5% off your entire digital order; Buy three, get 10% off; Buy five or more and get a whopping 20% off your entire digital order! No coupon is needed!
➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide
P.S. All our bundles have:
✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus many have Anki flashcard decks)✅ One-time payment✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle✅ Instant download gratification✅ [Satisfaction Guaranteed] - Seriously, if you aren't happy with it because it's too easy or difficult, just let us know and we'll swap it with a bundle better suited for you or we'll refund your money.
If all the issues were bought separately, the cost would be $24, but get it today at nearly half price!
Purchase now and instantly get the digital download link—INSTANT GRATIFICATION and NO Shipping Charges Worldwide!
Each issue includes jokes (in Japanese), fun etymologies, grammar lessons, kanji practice, fun phrases, and, of course, a Japanese reader.
Makoto #67: Japanese Readers: Tomokoroshi (beginner) + Shibusawa Eiichi, the Father of Japanese Capitalism (Intermediate) [58 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #68: Japanese Readers: Kannazuki (beginner) + Fukuzawa Yukichi (Intermediate) [61 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 20 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #69: Japanese Readers: Koharubiyori (beginner) + Kitasato Shibasaburou (Intermediate) [51 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 18 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #70: Japanese Readers: Kentucky Fried Chicken (beginner) + Tsuda Umeko (Intermediate) [58 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 16 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #71: Japanese Readers: Kakizome (beginner) + Natsume Souseki (Intermediate) [63 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Makoto #72: Japanese Readers: National Foundation Day (beginner) + Noguchi Hideyo (Intermediate) [62 Pages | 2 eBook Formats | 17 Sound Files | 1 Anki Flashcard Deck]
Impress your Japanese friends with knowledge of Japanese history while polishing your grammar and learning new vocabulary words. 日本語を磨こう! Let’s polish our Japanese!
Here’s what you get in every issue:
Jokes, fun phrases, and useful kanji
Prefecture Spotlight: each issue introduces a different Japanese prefecture
Read about Japanese culture in real Japanese! Yes, as long as you have learned hiragana, you can read real Japanese today with these fully annotated stories.
Two stories: one for beginners and one for intermediates; every single line and every word are explained and defined.
Designed specifically for beginners to intermediates.
Build your Japanese vocabulary, understand new grammatical patterns, improve your reading skills, and improve your listening abilities
Each story or essay includes TWO sound files recorded by a native Japanese voice actress of each story. One read slowly and one read at normal speed.
Print out the PDFs and drop the MP3s on your phone for on the go studying.
Normally each of the Makoto issues sell for $4 each. Now, for the first time, you can get them all together for a single low price of $24! Er... Nope! It's $15.00.
Perfect for the beginner to intermediate student of Japanese.
Reminder: This is the digital versions of the books. There will be NO shipping charges since nothing will be shipped :)
Please note: Immediately after ordering, you will receive a link to a Dropbox folder. You will be able to access all the files from any device. If you do not immediately see the email, please check your spam folder.
NOTE:
Print Versions are Available! (Not included in this digital-only bundle)
Click here for the print versions - Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks
If you choose a digital version, you'll instantly get the download links in a minute after purchasing. The print versions also come with the digital files.
You do not need to have a Dropbox account or pay anything further to access or download the files. You will be able to instantly download all files on a PC or Mac (computer or laptop) and/or access any individual file on any of your mobile devices. Learn more here.
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Hiragana, the Basics of Japanese [Paperback]
$ 12.99
$ 14.99
SAVE WITH DIGITAL! This item is included in a digital bundle for FREE. If you would like the eBook version (PDF, ePub, or Kindle MOBI) and the MP3s, please see our discounted bundles here and get this for free - Japanese Reader Collection
NEWLY UPDATED! This is for the paperback plus the digital files. PDF, Kindle, and ePub formats. Everything you need to quickly and painlessly learn hiragana. Includes: 5 printable PDFs including our forty-eight page Hiragana Booklet, Flashcards and Posters AND audio files. In all, almost 14 megs of media to aid in the mastering of Hiragana.
Paperback will be mailed to you
48 Printable PDF
PDF Posters; PDF Practice Writing Pad; MP3s
Download link emailed ASAP after order (not currently instant–sorry!)
Kindle and ePub ebook formats also included
ePub works on Android devices with FBReader and possibly other EPUB book reader apps.
REVISED EDITION now with FREE MP3s and Printable PDFs as a download.Many teachers recommend learning hiragana as a first step toward Japanese proficiency. Helpful mnemonics and illustrations help the student quickly learn the characters painlessly.
You can learn hiragana in less than two weeks using this book if you can set aside a few minutes a day to study.
– Helpful Mnemonics
– Fully Illustrated
– Covers all forty-six main characters plus all the variations
– History and helpful hints throughout
– Writing Practice Sheets
– Download more PDF practice sheets and the sound files of all hiragana for free.